The Book of Ruth, focusing on loving-kindness (chesed), is read during Shavuot. Ruth's acts of kindness and devotion to her mother-in-law, Naomi, are highlighted. The story emphasizes the importance ...

(New York Jewish Week) — Bring on the blintzes and cheesecake! Heading into Memorial Day Weekend this year, Jewish New Yorkers have even more reasons to celebrate: Thursday night is the beginning of ...

(The Conversation) — Shavuot, which was originally an ancient pilgrimage festival, has gone through many changes over the years – as has Judaism itself. (The Conversation) — For most American Jews ...

Thus we find that, uniquely among holidays, the date of Shavuot is not fixed at all and is in fact set by the Sanhedrin. Rav Friedman explains that the true greatness of the Torah can only be ...

As parents, we typically approach our children with the confidence that we are the ones to teach them. We share our life experiences and the wisdom we’ve gained over many years. We pass along ...

Kraft-Hiatt Professor in Judaic Studies, College of the Holy Cross The festival of Shavuot, marked this year on June 5 and 6, celebrates the biblical story of God revealing Torah – Jewish scriptures ...

In “Israel’s Politics Look Like America’s” (Politics & Ideas, June 1), William Galston writes of the constant political battles plaguing both countries. Readers looking for comfort can turn to the ...